Cheap flights from Chicago to Detroit, and what to do once you're there

At the heart of the Great Lakes region, Detroit is one of Conde Nast's must-visit destinations for 2018. Not only is Detroit known as a leader of American industry, the city's diverse communities also boast major contributions to music, art, and architecture.

Detroit was the first U.S. city to be named a "City of Design" by UNESCO, and is known as the home of Motown Records and the birthplace of techno. The city also offers many historic museums and arts institutions.

Thankfully, there are plenty of regular, relatively-inexpensive flights between Chicago and Detroit. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked with the trendy adventurer in mind.

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This hotel is located close to the airport. Attractions in the neighborhood include Campus Martius Park, the Joe Louis Arena, the Fox Theater Building and the GM Renaissance Center.

The Atheneum (1000 Brush Ave.)

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A third option is The Atheneum. The 4.7-star hotel has rooms for $129/night. Situated in Detroit, this family-friendly hotel is near Campus Martius Park, the GM Renaissance Center, Ford Field and the Joe Louis Arena.

Featured Detroit food and drink

If you're looking for a popular spot to grab a bite, Detroit has plenty of excellent eateries to choose from. Here are a few from Skyscanner's listings to help you get started.

Slows Bar BQ (2138 Michigan Ave.)Photo: Trip by Skyscanner

First things first: where to get a drink. For a popular option, check out Slows Bar BQ, which has an average of 4.8 stars out of 22 reviews on Skyscanner.

"Now if you love baby back ribs, Slows has ribs that come sliding off the bone. So juicy," wrote visitor Lou.

Green Dot Stables (2200 W. Lafayette Blvd.)Photo: Trip by Skyscanner

Don't forget the essentials: where to get a drink. For a popular option, check out Green Dot Stables, with five stars from six reviews.

"The menu of Green Dot Stables is very eclectic," wrote reviewer Kenny. "This can lead to a fun meal of trying things you may not have considered normally, such as one of my favorites: the Korean slider which includes kimchi and peanut butter."

Visit the Detroit Institute of Arts for a chance to immerse yourself in beautiful artwork and robust collections. The museum features more than 60,000 pieces, including collections spanning the globe. In addition to single pieces, the museum hosts collections from America, Asia, Africa and Europe.

Not a stranger to huge events, Detroit's Ford Field hosted Super Bowl XL in 2006 to a stadium full of football fans. Its maximum capacity ranges from 65,000 to 80,000 spectators, depending on the sporting event, and the stadium often hosts concerts, banquets and corporate events as well.

Surround yourself with a vast collection of items of historical significance at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. The building is packed with exhibits featuring themes that range from early aviation to famous inventions.